Sensei Zainuddin showing one of the self-defence techniques in Aikido.
Group photo of Aikido members with the two Senseis from Malaysia.
Aikido, the Japanese form of martial arts has reached the shores of Brunei Darussalam with the official registration of the Aikido Federation (of Brunei Darussalam) on August 13.
Aikido is a Japanese form of martial art developed by Morihei Ueshibahistory.

On a purely physical level, it is an art involving some throws and joint locks that are derived from Jusitsu and Kenjutsu. Aikido focuses not on punching or kicking opponents but using their own energy to gain control of the opponent.

"The Way of Harmony of the Spirit" is one way that "Aikido" may be translated into English, where upon closer assessment, practitioners will find from Aikido what they are looking for, whether it is an applicable form of self-defence and spiritual enlightenment, physical health or peace of mind.

Aikido was first introduced in Brunei in 2004 by Sensei Andrew Nisbett, who holds a 2nd Dan Black Belt.

However, Sensei Andrew Nisbett had to return to England early 2005.

Currently, Aikido training sessions are being conducted by Aikikai Malaysia from the neighbouring States of Sarawak and Sabah, who come to Brunei regularly to conduct training lessons.

Two Aikido martial art experts from Malaysia have arrived in Brunei to lend a helping hand in providing the right teaching techniques for local Aikido practitioners.